Chapter 77-Isla Paradiso

Moving from one house to another is always difficult but uprooting your life to move to half way across the world is a totally different story. There were so many details to that needed to be taken care of in a short period of time. They had to find a new house one that was preferable close to the beach, buy all new furniture, find new jobs, adjust to a new time zone and adapt to a new climate.

Chrissie found out that she did enjoy the warmer weather but being a vampire she was not used to all the sunshine. Mickey grew up in Isla Paradiso so he was used to the sunshine but that was before he became a vampire. Luckily for both of them Grandma Holly made sure to send plenty of that special sunscreen to them on a regular basis. 

The couple did find a house that was walking distance to the beach but far away enough to keep two vampires in the shade. Luckily they fell in love with it as soon as they seen it and immediately put a down payment on it. Chrissie didn’t care about the price as money was never a problem for her. All that she cared about is that this house was perfect for her little family so that was all that mattered. 

Chrissie did appreciate the opportunity to get to know her in-laws better as she had only met them briefly at the wedding. Mickey's parents visited often to spoil their new grandson and Chrissie soon became good friends with both of Mickey's sisters Rose and Donna.

Mickey’s family did welcome Chrissie with open arms which made the situation easier for her as she was missing her own family. She made sure to call her parents every day as well as her sister Taylor.

Taylor and Chrissie had always been very close and they hated to be separated. As luck would have it the separation didn’t last very long at all. Taylor’s boyfriend Heath was reassigned by the FBI and needed to relocate to Isla Paradiso. Taylor who was very much in love with Heath even though they weren’t married yet decided to make the move with him. The two never wanted to be separated but Heath was a werewolf and unable for Taylor to turn. Grandma Holly stepped in again to help her granddaughter and she brewed a potion which would allow Taylor to turn Heath into a vampire.

Grandma Holly may have not been born a witch but she seemed to be getting the hang of this quickly. Whenever her grandchildren needed something she always knew the right spell or potion that would help. It was no surprise to everyone when she was elected as the new president of the witch’s council a position she would remain in for a very long time.

The disadvantages of distance between Chrissie and her family became more apparent when tragedy struck her cousin Matt. She wanted so much to offer her condolences to him in person but she knew she wouldn’t be able to fly out there in time to attend his wife’s funeral. All she could do was send some flowers and write her cousin a letter telling him how sorry she was for his loss. She knew that this would be the first of many times that she wished she didn’t live so far away but she would never regret her decision to move.

Mickey applied to the Accolades Institute of Learning and was accepted immediately. He started his job at the beginning of the next school year so he had time to help with getting settled into the new home.

Chrissie was accepted to work there also but she decided to take a couple of years off as she wanted to spend as much time with Bae as she possibly could. He did have a clean bill of health but she still couldn’t relax after the few health scares he had. If the truth be told she wanted to be there to watch him take his first step and speak his first word. In a way she was still teaching but her class was limited to one very special student. She always knew she would go back to teaching but she decided to return to work when Bae was old enough to attend school himself.

In the meantime Chrissie decided she couldn’t let Uncle Ronny’s legacy die so her and Mickey opened an afterschool program in Isla Paradiso just like the one in Aurora Skies.

When Bae turned 5 years old Chrissie returned to work as a teacher and she knew it was time for her to play her part in the mission. She opened an afterschool ecology club for students who were interested and she taught energy conservation to all of her students.


Meanwhile back in Aurora Skies:

Pip sat at his desk trying to figure out how to handle his latest problem. He was losing territories left and right and only had half of what he started out with. He tried to send messages to the other families that he was not to be messed with but obviously he was still considered to be the joke of the Fae mafia. If Denny was here he would know exactly what to do but he wasn’t so Pip was on his own.

Pip needed to regain control of the Moonlight Falls territory so he called a meeting with his lieutenants. He told them that he intentions even if it meant that had to go to the mattresses. A mob war was something that should be avoided at all cost but Pip seen no other way out. The last war in Riverview was extremely bloody but Pip came out of it as a respected soldier who was able to take a cop down who got in the way. He still owned the gun that he used that day as it was his prized possession. It was locked in his top desk drawer and he showed it off often and meeting such as this.

No one ever gave Pip the respect that he felt he deserved. Even now that he was in charge of Denny’s empire he still had to prove himself to everyone including his own family. At every single meeting he had to remind everyone that absolutely no one crossed him and lived to tell the tale. Not even his wife was able to do that.  If he was going to regain control of Moonlight Falls he knew that he had to be very careful of the people he trusted however Pip did make a mistake.....

as the walls did have little ears.

10 years later in Isla Paradiso:

Being a merman Bae was drawn to the beach and spent as much time there as possible. He enjoyed the sunny days and hearing the sound of the waves as they washed in on the shore. He enjoyed swimming in the ocean as he felt at home in the water. Everything about the ocean fascinated him and he had already made plans to study oceanography at university.

He often ran into another boy who was on the beach as much as he was. His name was Cassidy and he was two years ahead of Bae in school. He had the same love of the ocean as Bae did but Cassidy wasn’t a merman he was a human. The two boys became best friends and did almost everything together especially spending hour and hours on the beach.

Cassidy’s dream was a little different than Bae’s as he wanted to study meteorology along with oceanography. The navy did offer jobs where both oceanographers and meteorologist worked hand in hand together. The two boys planned that some day they would both join the navy and they would live out their dreams. Being older Cassidy left for university first and in two years Bae would join him.

To be continued…..

Authors Note-I would like to thank Mischief the Kitten for the Anders and Hawk Seaworth.  Use this link to read her awesome stories.

The afterschool center pictured is The Bright Beginnings Daycare which can be downloaded off the exchange.

Use this link for a tour of Chrissie and Mickey's new house in Isla Paradiso.

Chapter 73-White Lace and Promises

Planning the perfect wedding was something Hope was able to achieve on a daily basis. This was the part of her job which she loved best and she did it well.  As she walked through the wedding venue she checked to make sure every last little detail from the flowers to the food was exquisite and impeccable.  Only the best would do for this wedding as the hosts were more than just clients, they were family. 

The wedding cakes arrived just in time and were baked especially by Lenora Landgraab who was the bride's Aunt.  This time she had her work cut out for her as two cakes were needed.  The first cake was white chocolate with raspberry filling and a buttercream icing and the second was the same except the filling was plasma fruit instead of raspberry.  The bride and many of the guests were vampires so two cakes were necessary.

As the guests arrived Chrissie prepared for her big day with her mother and sisters by her side.  All brides are nervous and Chrissie was no exception.  She was jumpy and the simplest of tasks seemed impossible.  Starr was prepared and she hired a hair stylist and makeup artist especially for the occasion.  Starr always knew her daughter was beautiful but today in her white gown and tiara she looked like a fairy tale princess.

Across the hall the Groom was preparing for the big day.   He was just a nervous as the bride but he didn't want to show it.  His family flew in from Isla Paradiso especially for the occasion and his sisters Rose and Donna were asked to be bridesmaids.  His mother Hawk was an Imaginary Friend like himself and his sister Donna.  His father Anders and his twin sister Rose were mermaids.  

Nick walked into the room to tell the women that it was time for the ceremony to start, but his wife was still taking pictures. Starr told him they could wait as she was not finished yet.  Starr figured they couldn't start the wedding without the bride so she was going to take her time.  Its not everyday that her daughter got married and she wanted plenty of quality pictures.  Nick knew enough not to argue with his wife as it would only prolong their wait.

As Starr's camera continued to click away he looked at his daughter and she was a vision of beauty.  It felt like it was only yesterday she was the little girl who coned him into getting her a puppy dog.  Now she was a grown woman who is ready to start a family of her own. The camera clicks and flashes continued for a few more minutes until Starr was satisfied with the shots she had taken.  Starr hugged her daughter and she was able to sense that Chrissie was still a bit jittery.  She told her daughter she loved her and that she should stay calm as everything was going to be fine.  Starr looked at her daughter one more time before she went to the join their guests in the chapel.

Nick: Chrissie are you absolutely sure?  Are you having any doubts?

Chrissie:  I have never been more sure of anything in my life.

Nick: You look very nervous so I just wanted to make sure.

Chrissie: I guess I have some butterflies in my stomach, but I know I love Mickey with all my heart.

Nick: You know your old room is going to stay exactly as you left it just in case you feel you need it again.

 Chrissie: Daddy I know my room will be there.  We have already decided all this.  Mickey is moving in and we are living with you and Mom until Dimitri is found.  Remember safety in numbers.

Nick: Yes I do remember but you know what I mean.  Eventually you two will get a place of your own, but you always have a home with your mother and I.

Chrissie: I know Daddy and I love both of you for that.

Nick: I guess we better get this show on the road.  Your groom is anxiously waiting for you.  And one more thing, you look beautiful.

Nick was right and the groom was anxiously waiting for his bride to walk down the aisle. Mickey stood there thinking how accepting a teaching job so far from his home changed his life.  He had so many failed relationships one right after the other and he knew he needed a change.  When he was offered this opportunity he had no idea the love of his life would be teaching in the classroom right next to his.  In just a few minutes this amazing women would walk down that aisle and they would leave this room as husband and wife. 

As the ceremony begins the bridal party walks into the room, Andrea and Elton, 

Aurora and Carson, 

Trevor and Carissa, 

Kevin and Donna, 

Matt and Rose, 

Taylor and Heath 

and Alicia the flower girl.

When Alicia finished tossing rose petals all the way down the aisle, the crescendo changed and everyone stood up when "Here Comes the Bride" could be heard loud and clear throughout the entire room.  As soon as Mickey seen her, he was astonished at how breathtaking she looked.

As she slowly walked down the aisle escorted by her father they were greeted with smiling faces of the family and friends who agreed to attend the ceremony. Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins all arrived just to celebrate this day with the happy couple.

The bride and her father reached the end of the aisle and joined Mickey at the wedding Arch.  The ceremony was to be performed by Father Kelly of the All Sims Church.

Father Kelly: Who gives this woman to be married to this man?

Nick: Her mother and I do.

Nick places Chrissie's hand into Mickey's and then he takes his seat right next to his wife.

Father Kelly: Dearly beloved we are gathered here today to join this man Mickey Seaworth and this woman Chrysanthemum Sandra Slayer in holy matrimony.

If anyone here can show just cause why these two should not be lawfully joined together, let them speak now or forever hold your peace.

At this time the Bride's Grandfather Christopher Wolfgang Landgraab asked that he read a letter written to the couple by a man who was unable to be with us today.

Wolfie:  I was handed this letter with the specific instructions that it was to be read on my Granddaughter Chrissie's wedding day but only if the groom was Mickey Seaworth. At the time I was surprised as I did not even think the two of you were dating but I was assured that he knew this day would come and I am more than happy that it did.

Dear Chrissie and Mickey,

I am sitting here today warm in the comfort of my home while the snow is really piling up out there.  I just hung up the phone with you Chrissie and I have a confession to make to you and to Mickey.  I may be old and my memory fails me but I lied. I didn't forget to call either of you about the snow day.  I knew exactly what I was doing.  I wanted you two to spend some time together.  I guess you can say I was playing matchmaker and I am quite please with the results.

If my brother is reading this letter, it means that I am no longer here to share this day with you.  Or maybe I am.  Rest assured I am there with both of you today but in spirit. As you both know I have entrusted my afterschool program to you and ownership should have already been transfered over.  Both of you are respected educators who have the same dedication to the profession as I have and I can rest in peace knowing my legacy is in good hands.

My wish is that you have a very happy and long life together.   When you have children please tell them that they also have a guardian angel watching over them, and this angel's name is Uncle Ronny.

With love always,

Ronald Emmett Landgraab

PS to Grandma Holly-I got your message, thank you for sending it.

Father Kelly: Now the Bride and the Groom will exchange their vows.  I call upon their family and friends to witness the words that shall bind Chrysanthemum Sandra and Mickey together as they profess their love for one another.

Chrissie: When we first met we were coworkers, both of teaching at the same school. You quickly became my friend and confident and eventually you became my teacher. You taught me how to love and more importantly you taught me how it feels to have that love returned. You also taught me that a relationship is an equal partnership where you receive as much as you give. I promise to spend the rest of my life as your friend, your confident, your companion, your lover and your wife.  I love you with all of my heart and I will treasure each and every one of our days together.

I, Chrysanthemum Sandra Slayer, take you Mickey Seaworth, to be my husband,

To have and to hold from this day forward,

For better or for worse, for richer, for poorer,

In sickness and in health, to love and to cherish;

From this day forward until death do us part.

With this ring I thee wed.

Mickey: For my whole life I was looking for love and I was ready to give up on ever being able to find it.  Finally I decided I should concentrate on my career instead so I took a chance and accepted a job far away from my home.  As I walked toward the school I saw you standing there and I struck me all at once that there was much more here for me than just a career.  We spent our days as colleagues and soon we became friends.  I grew accustomed to seeing your face every morning with a smile that warmed my heart.  That cold day that you showed me the proper way to make a snowman was the day I knew you were destined to be my wife.  I promise to love you, respect you and treat you like the beautiful goddess you truly are to me.  

I, Mickey Seaworth, take you Chrysanthemum Sandra Slayer, to be my wife,

To have and to hold from this day forward,

For better or for worse, for richer, for poorer,

In sickness and in health, to love and to cherish;

From this day forward until death do us part.

With this ring I thee wed.

Father Kelly: Now that Chrysanthemum Sandra and Mickey have professed their love and pledged their commitment to one another by the exchange of rings in front of God and the witnesses here today I now declare them husband and wife. Those whom God has joined together, let no one put asunder.

 You may kiss your bride.

Family and Friends who have gathered here today may I present to you for the very first time, Mr. and Mrs. Mickey Seaworth.

After the ceremony the celebration began with the usual wedding traditions.  The bride and the groom stepped onto the dance floor for their first dance as husband and wife. The newlyweds glided across the dance floor while the beautiful voice of Karen Carpenter filled the room with the song especially chosen by Chrissie and Mickey for this special moment.

♫And when the evening comes we smile,

So much of life ahead, 

We'll find a place where there is room to grow,

And yes, we've just begun♫

Later on it was time for more time honored wedding traditions as the bride tossed her bouquet to all the single women in the room and the lucky girl who caught the bouquet would be the next bride.  As Chrissie looked to see where her sister Taylor was standing. Heath had not proposed to Taylor yet and Chrissie wanted to send her sister some luck.

However the wedding bouquets do have the power to find the next bride, no matter who the bouquet was aimed at.  Andrea was the girl who caught the bouquet.

The last tradition of the evening was the cutting of the wedding cake.  Starr once again stepped into her role as photographer as she would not trust these pictures to anyone else. The top layer of the cake was to be placed in a box for the couple to bring home. It is believed to be good luck for a long life together if the couple freezes the top layer to eat on their first wedding anniversary.  There was a mistake in the kitchen and the top layer of the raspberry filled cake could not be found. They did indeed have the one with the plasma fruit filling which was brought home by Starr and Nick to be frozen. Mickey and Chrissie knew he wouldn't be able to eat the cake on their first wedding anniversary but they didn't care,  It was only a superstition and they didn't need a piece of cake to predict their long life together.  They both knew in their hearts that they would.

All the guest went home as Mickey carried his bride over to the honeymoon suite.  For the first time that day he had Chrissie all to himself.  The room was exactly as he ordered with champagne, heart shaped boxes of chocolates and rose petals on top of the bed. Tomorrow they would leave on their honeymoon to Hidden Spring but tonight was special as it was their first as husband and wife.

 To be continued......

Author Note:  As the families grow we have so many family member that would normally be invited to a big wedding like this but the game doesn't allow us to have that many sims in a household even with the help of a mod.  Here is a link to the couples wedding album which does show all the guest who were in attendence.  

I am breaking the rules again as Chrissie and Mickey are living in Starr and Nick's house. It is easier for me to keep them there because they will be moving out of Aurora Skies soon.  When they do they already have a house of their own waiting for them.

I would like to thank ShaliANel for use of the groom Mickey, the Bridesmaids Rose and Donna and the Grooms parents Anders and Hawk Seaworth.  Here is a link to all of her stories.  Stories of Mischief.

I would like to thank Jazen for the Groomsmen Matt and for the Solo and Gruber family. Here are the links to her stories.  As Life Goes, Kiss of a Vampire, Just Simming Along.

I would like to thank Sweetnightingale for the Bridesmaids Andrea and Aurora, for the Landgrabb Family and for Mathilda Kelly. Here are the links to her stories and her You tube channel. Forever In Time, Another World, As Tears Go By, Sweetnightingales Sims and You Tube Channel.

I would like to thank Pinksparkles3475 for Crystal Atherton and for helping me dress many of the sims for the wedding.  I also want to thank her for the incredibly long name of the bride as she is the one who gave her that name.

I would like to thank Shafer249 for Groomsman Elton Holman and Ethan Burnbright and Gia Gardens.  Here is a link to her story Sims 3 Stories and The Story of Rosaline Dimes

And last but certainly not least I would like to thank Vuneca for Wind and Jonas Solo and also for creating this wonderful challenge where I have made some very good friends who write so many wonderful stories which I do hope we will continue to do for a very long time to come.  Here is the link to her story and to the rules of the Going Solo Challenge.

Going Solo by Vuneca  Sims 3 Going Solo Rules  Sims 4 Going Solo Rules